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Kelly Slater and Jamie O'Brien surf massive waves in iconic locations like Fiji, Hawaii, and Bali.

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Why Watch

  • See massive waves in Fiji and Hawaii.
  • Meet top surfers like Kelly Slater and Jamie O'Brien.
  • Find out about the culture of surfing in Bali.

Did You Know

  • The documentary was filmed over a span of five years.
  • 80 Waves features ten different surf locations.
  • The film includes renowned surfers like Kelly Slater and Jamie O'Brien.
  • It has a runtime of 60 minutes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who directed the documentary 80 Waves?

80 Waves was directed by Steve Fagan.

What is the runtime of the documentary 80 Waves?

The runtime of 80 Waves is 60 minutes.

Which famous surfers are featured in 80 Waves?

80 Waves features renowned surfers such as Jamie O'Brien, Adam D'Esposito, Kelly Slater, and Ken Bradshaw.

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